The Project 11356 Admiral Grigorovich Class frigates are under construction at Yantar Shipyard, based in Kaliningrad, for the Russian Navy. The vessels utilise the same design developed for the Indian Navy’s Talwar Class frigates.

The Admiral Grigorovich Class frigates can be deployed in anti-surface warfare, anti-submarine warfare and anti-air warfare missions, and are capable of conducting missions as a single vessel, as well as a part of task force. The Admiral Grigorovich Class incorporates a stealthy hull design developed by the Severnoye Design Bureau. The hull and superstructures were designed to have low radar, acoustic and infrared signatures. The frigate features a flight deck at aft to carry a Ka-27 or a Ka-31 helicopter.

The Kalibr missile system, fitted aboard the frigate, serves as the anti-ship and anti-surface missiles. The missiles are launched by an eight-cell 3S-14E under-deck launcher complemented by a 3R-14N-11356 fire control system and 3C-25E acquisition radar. Anti-aircraft defence is provided by Shtil-1 medium range air defence missile system, Igla man-portable surface-to-air missile system, and AK-630M air defence gun system. The ASW capability is provided by two twin torpedo tubes, and a RBU-6000 depth charge rocket launcher.

The combined gas and gas (COGAG) propulsion system, integrating two cruise turbines and two boost turbines, powers the Admiral Grigorovich Class. The main propulsion plant generates a maximum power output of 56 000hp. The propulsion system ensures a maximum speed of 30 knots and cruising range of 5000 nmi. The vessel can continuously operate for 30 days.

Guided Missile Frigate Admiral Essen laid down 08 July 2011 at the Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad (yard No.01358), launched 07 November 2014, commissioned 31 May 2016 and was assigned to the Black Sea Fleet.

Now in service.